SEAT Cordoba

The SEAT Cordoba is essentially an Ibiza with a large boot. It never really caught on it the UK as there’s not really a market for small saloons and there’s not much of an engine choice. However, the one petrol and two diesels are frugal, insurance is low and it’s unlikely to let you down, so if you’re willing to look past the dowdy image and limited versatility, you could pick up a great bargain.

S, TDI, S

As standard, all models are fitted with 14-inch steel wheels, ABS, power steering, electric front windows, tinted windows, lights on warning buzzer, a digital clock, exterior temperature display, rev counter, a bifocal driver’s side door mirror, six-speakers, anti-theft roof aerial, radio / single CD player, black door handles, manually adjustable door mirrors and radiator grille, body coloured bumpers, side rubbing strips, electric headlight adjustment, a high-level brake light, air conditioning, a centre console with rear ashtray, cloth trim, driver's storage box, height and reach adjustable steering wheel, boot light, an illuminated ashtray and cigar lighter, front airbags, front seatbelts with a load limiter and pre-tensioner, a passenger airbag deactivation system, three three-point rear seatbelts and three height-adjustable rear headrests , height and tilt adjustable front headrests, height adjustable front seats, seatback pockets, 60/40 split folding rear seats, an immobiliser, remote central locking and deadlocks. Options include metallic or pearlescent paint, an electric sunroof, front side airbags, cruise control, electrically adjustable door mirrors, rain sensor with anti-dazzle rear view mirror, a multi-function steering wheel, an MP3 compatible CD player, front foglights and xenon headlamps.

1.9 TDI